LUTON HOO HOTEL, GOLF & SPA

Calendar of Events & Promotions 2016 dates for your diary

January March April June New Year’s Day Jazz Luncheon Mothering Sunday Red Tee Masters Hoo & Jamega Pro Am Friday 1st Sunday 6th Sunday 10th Sunday 5th Leisure Membership Open Day Luxury Wedding Show Easter Break Ladies Luncheon Sunday 10th Sunday 13th Friday 25th March – Sunday 17th Celebration of Ladies Luncheon Capability Brown Monday 6th February Nicolas Owen May Winter Course Challenge BBC Royal Correspondent May Half Term Father’s Day Saturday 6th Monday 14th Saturday 28th – Sunday 19th Sunday 5th June Valentine’s at Luton Hoo French Wine Dinner Summer Escape Package Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th Thursday 17th English Wine Week Throughout June Saturday 28th – February Half Term Easter Break Sunday 5th June Saturday 13th – Sunday 21st Friday 25th – Sunday 17th April July English Wine Dinner Summer Courtyard BBQs Golf Membership Open Day Thursday 26th Sunday 27th Every Friday

For more details on the events above please contact the hotel on 01582 698888 or visit www.lutonhoo.co.uk Summer Escape Package School Summer Holidays Wedding Showcase Evening Christmas Party Nights Throughout July Throughout August Thursday 20th 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 15th, 16th, 17th 18th, 22nd & 23rd NGS Garden Open Day Sunday 24th September November Christmas Day Lunch Sunday 25th Open Air Cinema Champagne Wine Dinner August Thursday 1st – Monday 5th Thursday 10th Boxing Day Jazz Luncheon Monday 26th Summer Courtyard BBQs Italian Wine Dinner Every Friday Thursday 8th December New Year’s Summer Course Challenge Ladies Luncheon Festive Dining Saturday 6th Heather White-Smith - Wernher Restaurant & Eve Adam’s Brasserie Celebrity Golf Classic Secretary to Winston Churchill Gourmet Dinner Monday 12th Thursday 1st – Saturday 24th Thursday 18th Gala Dinner Dance Ladies Luncheon Open Air Cinema October Family Disco Thursday 25th to Tuesday 30th Festive Cookery Class Monday 5th October Half Term Summer Escape Package Saturday 22nd – Sunday 30th Throughout August

2016 Ladies Luncheon Calendar regular Monday 14th March Nicolas Owen, BBC Royal Correspondent clubs&events Nicolas Owen will discuss his fascinating journey throughout the media world from his leading role as the BBC Royal Correspondent to being a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing and more. Monday 6th June A Celebration of Capability Brown This year sees a national celebration of 300 years since the birth of famous landscaper Capability Brown. Luton Hoo’s Head Gardener, Keith Hersey, has worked on the estate for over 35 LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB years and will talk about the wonderful history of our Capability Brown landscaped parkland and gardens. The perfect opportunity to catch up with friends Monday 12th September Be greeted with a glass of Champagne and canapés on arrival, relax Heather White-Smith, Secretary to Winston Churchill and be entertained by our wonderful guest host for the afternoon, Join Heather White-Smith, author of the book ‘My Years with the and enjoy a delicious three course luncheon with wine. Churchills’ and share the memories of her time as secretary to the greatest living Englishman, his family, friends and world- £42.50 per person famous visitors. Monday 5th December Festive Cookery Class Luton Hoo’s Head Chef will be showcasing how to prepare one of the delicious festive dishes from the luncheon menu and providing some invaluable top tips for ladies to try at home over the Christmas period. Gourmet wine dinners

Delicious wines and delectable dishes Set in the stunning Wernher or Grinling Gibbons Restaurant, guests joining our gourmet wine dinner evenings will enjoy wine and canapés on arrival followed by a three course meal with specially paired wines. These wines will be introduced by a guest from the very vineyard they come from, and each evening will come from a different part of the world.

2016 Calendar Thursday 17th March – Terres des Amoureuses, France Thursday 26th May – Warden Abbey, England Thursday 8th September – Tenuta Olim Bauda, Italy Thursday 10th November – Taittinger, Champagne

£75 per person (Champagne Dinner - £85 per person) Retreat to luxurious accommodation for just £75pp when joining our Gourmet Wine Dinners. This includes traditional English breakfast and full use of the spa and wellness facilities. NEW Seasonal MENUS

Enjoy Luton Hoo’s new seasonal menus with either a grand dining or relaxed Brasserie experience.

WERNHER RESTAURANT ADAM’S BRASSERIE Overlooking Capability Brown’s rolling parkland, the Luton Hoo’s Country Club restaurant Adam’s Brasserie two AA Rosette Wernher Restaurant presents seasonal provides a relaxed setting where guests dine surrounded speciality menus. There is also an exquisite seven-course by photographs of Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman, Hugh Grant tasting menu with an optional wine pairing. and other stars who appeared in films shot at Luton Hoo.

Scan here with your smart phone to view the Wernher Restaurant Speciality Menu Scan here with your smart phone to view the Adam’s Brasserie Menu GOLF EVENTS

Luton Hoo’s 18 hole championship golf course is set within picturesque parkland and features a series of subtly challenging landscapes. It offers a formidable test of course management to the accomplished golfer whilst remaining an enjoyable challenge for those less experienced.

2016 Calendar Saturday 6th February - Winter Course Challenge This full handicap stableford competition provides a challenge to all with tees on the blue plates and the pins in the toughest placements on the hand cut greens. Sunday 27th March - Golf Membership Open Day Visit the Golf Team, view our range of practice facilities, enjoy a discounted green fee and find out how you can benefit from being a member at Luton Hoo. Sunday 10th April - Red Tee Masters Compete against your peers for the silverware at Luton Hoo’s Red Tee Masters. Afterwards enjoy a sharing platter together whilst watching your golfing icons at the SU Masters in the 19th Bar. Saturday 6th August - Summer Course Challenge Let your competitive side shine at our summer challenge with the tees on the blue plates and the pins in the toughest placements on the greens. We also have an exciting Pro-Am event in June and the chance to play golf with a footballing legend in August. Read about these events overleaf. January

LEISURE MEMBERSHIP OPEN DAY

Sunday 10th January More than just a membership. Discover the benefits of being a Leisure Member at Luton Hoo at our Membership Open Day. The Leisure Team will be on hand to showcase our fantastic facilities which include the luxurious spa, swimming pool, heat therapy suite, fitness suite with T‘ echno Wellness System’ equipment, all-weather tennis courts and a Victorian grass court. Members also receive special rates across the hotel including overnight stays and dining. Complimentary Admission FAMILY BREAKS

Luton Hoo offer families the chance to spend quality time together with lots to do, see and explore on our 1,065 acre estate. Children have special splash times, access to bicycles and scooters, a full itinerary of fun activities with the leisure team and their very own playroom with games, toys and arts & crafts. Day trips are available to great close-by attractions such as Whipsnade Animal Park, Gulliver’s Land Theme Park and the Harry Potter Studio Tour. In the evening, Adam’s Brasserie welcome families to dine in the beautiful surroundings of the Country Club and children receive milk and cookies in the room at bedtime. Curl up with a DVD from reception and unwind from the fun packed day of activities.

February Half Term Saturday 13th – Sunday 21st February Easter Break Friday 25th March – Sunday 17th April May Half Term OUT & Saturday 28th May – Sunday 5th June ABOUT Summer Holidays Gulliver’s Land Early Season Saturday 23rd July – Thursday 1st September Special 13th Feb – 13st March October Half Term Saturday 22nd – Sunday 30th February

Valentine’s Weekend

Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th February Treat your loved one to a special overnight break this Valentine’s weekend. Enjoy Champagne and canapés followed by a five course candle-lit dinner with wine in the Mansion House and retreat to luxurious accommodation. Wake up to traditional English breakfast and relax at The Spa throughout your stay. £210 per person Set in the beautiful courtyard of the Country Club, surrounded by pictures of Hollywood stars that have been filmed at Luton Hoo, enjoy a welcome cocktail followed by a delicious three course dinner in Adam’s Brasserie this Valentine’s weekend. . £55 per person Overnight package - £155 per person Cream of artichoke velouté (v) truffle gnocchi, parsley oil Tandoori spiced scallops cauliflower purée, charred spring onion, yoghurt and coriander dressing Salmon gravad lax dill crème fraîche, potato blini and baby sorrel Beetroot and tofu spring roll (v) fennel and basil remoulade, golden beetroot velouté Assiette of duck salt duck Carpaccio, foie gras roulade, confit leg croquette, butternut purée, endive salad, orange jus *** Poached langoustine crispy chicken skin, tomato and shallot *** Stuffed fillet of lemon sole pommes Maxim, spinach, oyster and clam broth, Champagne foam Pan fried fillet of turbot breaded frogs legs, curly kale, tarragon, parsley and lemon beurre noisette Twice baked pea soufflé (v) Roast cauliflower soup (v) buttered asparagus, baby carrot, cauliflower purée, smoked cheese fondue spiced onion fritters Roast rump of lamb Confit chicken terrine mint purée, fondant potato, savoy cabbage, port and red wine reduction Jerusalem artichoke salad, black truffle dressing Fillet of Scottish beef braised shin, horseradish potatoes, greens, truffle duxelles, fine mushroom croustade *** Pan-fried halibut fillet *** curried mussel cream sauce finished with tomatoes and samphire Pre-dessert *** Spiced winter vegetable pithivier (v) Buttermilk Panna Cotta caramelised shallot purée, new potatoes orange and cardamom poached rhubarb, strawberry soup *** Warm chocolate and pistachio fondant White chocolate and cardamom profiteroles served with popcorn ice cream strawberries and cream Raspberry and vanilla mousse hearts, raspberry sorbet, mint gel Rum and raisin parfait, salted caramel ice cream, cinnamon tuile Selection of British cheeses, crackers, tomato pickle, grapes Mothering sunday MARCH Sunday 6th March Treat your mum to a well deserved day off and bring the family together to dine on Mothering Sunday at Luton Hoo. Choose between a delicious three course lunch, dinner or Champagne afternoon tea in The Mansion House or opt for our jazz Sunday lunch with live music in Adam’s Brasserie. Mum will be spoiled a little further with a complimentary Day Pass to The Spa at Luton Hoo.

Werner Restaurant Luncheon or Dinner 1pm until 9pm – £42.50 per person Romonov Suite Luncheon 1pm until 2.30 pm – £42.50 per person Afternoon Tea 2.30pm until 5.30pm – £35.00 Adam’s Brasserie Jazz Luncheon 12pm until 4pm – £42.50 per person Children under 14 dine half-price

Treat your mum to a special Luton Hoo experience. Browse our range of gift certificates online. www.lutonhoo.co.uk. Luxury wedding show

Sunday 13th March at Warren Weir Doors Open at 11:00am until 4:00pm The Luxury Wedding Show brings together a selection of the finest wedding suppliers and brides-to-be and achieves something special and unique: it provides a forum for people who share a passion for style and luxury. Entry is £10 per person or £5 if you pre-register at www.luxuryweddingshow.co.uk

THE PERFECT SETTING The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh spent part of their honeymoon at Luton Hoo in 1947, today it is one of the most stunning wedding venues in the country. From intimate ceremonies to lavish receptions for up to 300 guests we offer bespoke and inclusive wedding packages. Choose between the historic Mansion House or secluded Warren Weir, available for exclusive use, and let us create your dream wedding. OUT & For further details on how we can help create the most magical and ABOUT memorable occasion please contact 01582 69 88 89 and speak to our team of wedding specialists. St George’s Day 23rd April London Marathon 24th April Luton Hoo & june Jamega Pro Am

Sunday 5th June Your chance to play Luton Hoo’s Championship golf course with a current touring professional. Teams of 3 amateurs will be joined by a Jamega Tour Pro in this better ball team event. Enjoy tea, coffee and bacon rolls on arrival followed by 18 holes of championship golf, a delicious BBQ and the chance to win an overnight stay at Luton Hoo for each member of the winning team £250 per team For more information, contact the Golf Team on: 01582 69 88 56.

PRO GOLF TOUR SUMMER ESCAPE package

June – August As the summer sun graces Luton Hoo’s 1,065 acre estate, guests enjoy the great outdoors and all Luton Hoo has to offer. With a map in hand, including suggested walking trails, be directed through some of the most beautiful spots on the estate including the formal gardens, woodlands and our 50 acre lake. Choose to unwind by the infinity pool and heat therapy suite at The Spa or work up a thirst playing tennis on a choice of grass or all weather tennis courts before quenching your thirst with a glass of Pimms and strawberries on the terrace. Continue the evening with a delicious meal in the relaxed setting of our Country Club restaurant, Adam’s Brasserie before retreating to your luxurious accommodation for the night and wake up to a sumptuous full English breakfast.

The Summer Escape OUT & package includes: ABOUT • A glass of Pimms and strawberries per person English Wine Week • Three course dinner in the relaxed setting of Adam’s Brasserie 28th May - 5th June • Luxurious accommodation in a Deluxe Bedroom • Traditional English breakfast County Show 28th & 29th May • Full use of the spa and wellness facilities From £124.50 per person per night. (2 night minimum stay required) Father’s Day

Sunday 19th June Gather your whole family to celebrate Dad on this national day of appreciation with a three course luncheon or dinner and an extra gift from us. Choose between the opulent Mansion House or opt for a relaxing afternoon of live jazz and luncheon in Adam’s Brasserie. All Dads dining with us on Father’s Day will receive a day pass to the Country Club valid until 30th September. This will allow him to use the infinity pool and heat therapy suite, the gym, the tennis courts, bicycles or play a round of golf.

Mansion House Luncheon / Dinner 1pm until 9pm - £45 per person Adam’s Brasserie Jazz Luncheon 12pm until 4pm - £45 per person Children under 14 dine half-price.

OUT & ABOUT

Albantide Festival 18th/19th June july august

NGS Garden Open day Celebrity Golf Classic

Sunday 24th July Thursday 18th August The legacy of one of England’s greatest landscape designers, Lancelot Tee off with an iconic footballer in your team ‘Capability’ Brown, will once again go on show when Luton Hoo Luton Hoo is offering you the chance to team up with a footballing hosts a National Gardens Scheme (NGS) open day on Sunday 24th legend. Teams of 3 will start the day with tea, coffee and bacon rolls July. This year sees a national celebration of 300 years since the birth and meet and greet the players as the draw is made as to who will of Capability Brown. be your 4th man. Teeing off on a shotgun start for a better ball team Meet the Luton Hoo gardening team and explore the stunning event followed by a BBQ and prize presentation. gardens and parkland including our secret rock garden. £450 per team. The National Garden Scheme has raised and distributed more than For more information, contact the Golf Team on: 01582 69 88 56. £35 million for various charities such as Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie Cancer Care, Crossroads, Help the Hospice and The Queen’s Nursing Institute, plus many more. Admission £5 all proceeds go to NGS Summer courtyard BBQs

Every Friday in July & August Eating good food outdoors with friends and family is one of life’s finest pleasures and on warm summer evenings, the courtyard at Adam’s Brasserie is the perfect spot to dine al fresco.

BBQ Menu for Summer 2016 Spicy piri piri chicken Asian marinated salmon kebabs with ginger and coriander American style hotdogs Luton Hoo beef burgers Luton Hoo vegetarian burgers Mediterranean vegetable and halloumi skewers Stuffed Romano peppers Buttered sweetcorn

Salads Eight vegetable coleslaw New potato and spring onion salad with grain mustard Vine plum tomatoes, fresh basil, mozzarella and balsamic Mixed bean salad with summer herbs Pasta salad with red pesto Classic Caesar salad

Desserts OUT & Mixed melon fruit salad ABOUT Exotic fruit meringue Chocolate mousse cup British Grand Prix Passion fruit tartlet 8th – 10th July Strawberries and cream

£27.50 per person Half price for Children under 14 OPEN AIR CINEMA

August & September Watch some of your favourite iconic films in a setting like no other. Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa’s open air cinema is set in the stunning surrounds of the South Lake on our 1,065 acre estate. Previous films have included classics such as Grease, Top Gun and Pulp Fiction. Visit our website for more information including the film titles.

Dates: Thu 25th Aug – Fri 26th Aug – Sat 27th Aug - Sun 28th Aug - Mon 29th Aug – Tue 30th Aug

Thu 1st Sept - Fri 2nd Sept – Sat 3rd Sept – Sun 4th Sept – Mon 5th Sept

A pre-cinema two course menu will be available in Adam’s Brasserie, our relaxed Country Club restaurant, for just £19.50. We also have special accommodation rates from £175 per room OUT & ABOUT including traditional English breakfast, and use of the spa and wellness facilities. Classics on the Common Cinema tickets are £13 and can be booked online 27th July www.sundowncinema.co.uk Downs Kite Festival 30th – 31st July October

Wedding showcase Evening

Thursday 20th October 5pm – 8pm Whether your wedding is on a grand scale with many guests or a small and intimate celebration, Luton Hoo is the perfect setting. OUT & ABOUT Visit our Wedding Showcase Evening and see our suites in all their wedding glory. Enjoy a glass of Champagne on arrival Albans & Harpenden and meet our team of experts to discuss all the requirements for making Food and Drink your wedding day a memorable occasion. Festival 25th September – 3rd October Our recommended suppliers will also be available to put the final touches on your big day. Love Luton Half Marathon 30th October Complimentary Admission Autumn & Winter Warmer Packages

As the estate starts to fill with the rich and glorious colours of autumn and the crisp air of winter, take time out with your loved ones to enjoy our cosy lounges and beautiful estate. Fill your days wrapping up and exploring the grounds, unwinding in the spa and heat therapy suite, dining in our award winning restaurants and enjoying a night cap in front of the fire.

Autumn September – October – November Overnight stay with dinner, traditional English breakfast, use of the spa and wellness facilities and a complimentary night cap and petits fours in the lounge each night. Winter December – January – February Overnight stay with dinner, traditional English breakfast, use of the spa and wellness facilities and a complimentary glass of mulled wine before dinner each night. OUT & ABOUT From £124.50 per person per night St Albans Christmas Market (2 night stay minimum) from 24th Nov to 18th Dec CHRISTMAS AT LUTON HOO december

Festive Dining Thursday 1st – Saturday 24th December The Wernher Restaurant and Adam’s Brasserie are open for lunch and dinner, with traditional festive three course menus specially created by our Executive Chef.

Christmas Party Nights 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 22nd & 23rd Celebrate in style at our Warren Weir Party Nights in December.

Christmas House Party 24th – 28th December The festive period is the perfect time to experience the delights that only Luton Hoo can provide, with its traditional charm and lavish interior all creating an atmosphere of unashamed luxury to be enjoyed by the whole family. A full host of dining and activities is included in our Christmas House Party Package.

FULL View all the inclusions in our Christmas brochure online. CHRISTMAS BROCHURES AVAILABLE ONLINE NEW YEAR’ S EVE

Saturday 31st December Welcome 2017 in Style Celebrating the New Year at Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa promises to be a truly memorable occasion, and with a choice of three celebrations, there is something for everyone.

Gala Dinner Dance at Warren Weir Family Disco at Warren Weir Mansion House Gourmet Dinner

Please contact our reservations team on 01582 698888 to receive full details about any of our Festive celebrations. For full details or to make a booking for any of these events, please contact our Reservations Team on 01582 698888.

If you suffer from a food allergy or intolerance, please inform a member of staff, who will be happy to assist you when placing your order.

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